The Book of Phobias and Manias

The Book of Phobias and Manias, by award-winning author Kate Summerscale, explores 99 obsessions that reveal both personal and shared aspects of human experience, ranging from specific fears to compulsive behaviors. Through compelling case studies, the book traces the historical origins of these anxieties, offering insights into the cultural and psychological forces that shape our modern understanding of manias and phobias.